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This week we open with a reminder of NBS events at the 2018 ANA World's Fair of Money, two new books, three reviews, an obituary and an updatefrom the Newman Numismatic Portal.

Other topics this week include the term "circulated cameo", U.S. Mint engraver John Sinnock, early American engraver James Smithers,J.N.T. Levick, Dr. George P. French, sculptors Heidi Wastweet and Jeanne Stevens-Sollman, and Crane paper company.

To learn more about Canadian Tire money, the coins of Vermont, Mexican paper money, egging coins, trail dies, the Nitroglycerin Corporation medal,Hodges' New Bank Note Delineator, counterfeits, Victoria & Abdul, swinging medallic art conferences, paper money and women'sunderwear, read on. Have a great week, everyone!

Wayne Homren
Editor, The E-Sylum